Rec Insider - February - April 2012

Quarterly newsletter for alumni, members, and supporters of Stephen F. Austin State University Campus Recreation. This issue includes SFA's Love Your Genes - BeYOUtiful Campaign for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. It also covers 2012 Earth Day and some well-known Intramural Champions

Stephen F. Austin State University
Volume 3, Issue 2
February- April 2012
Love Your Genes
A Look at SFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BeYOUtiful Campaign
for NEDA Awareness Week
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Letter from the
Director
Welcome to another addition of the Rec Insider,
As you’ll see in this issue, Campus Recreation has been busy
this semester. From helping with the Flag Football National
Tournament to hiring new staff members, as well as planning
new events for the spring, Campus Rec is hopping (Easter is
not too far away).
Be sure to read about our newest full time staff member as
well as catch up with a couple of our great former student
employees and see what they are up to now. Two big
educational programs are planned for this semester – “Love
Your Genes, Love Yourself Week” and “Earth Day”. Along with
these high proﬁle events we will have our 5 on 5 basketball
league, outdoor trips, ﬁtness classes, the re-opening of the
outdoor pool, and more in our efforts to provide qualities
opportunities and services for the students at SFA.
2012
Campus Recreation
Staff
Ken Morton
Director
Janice Casper
Ofﬁce Manager
Kelley Consford
Administrative Asst.
Until next time, stay beYOUtiful and take care of yourselves,
Kenneth Norris
Facilities
& Membership Services
Ken Morton
Director of Campus Recreation
Debbie Norris
Fitness, Wellness,
and Safety
Brian Mills
Intramural Sports,
Sport Clubs, & Camps
Evan Coulson
Outdoor Pursuiits
1817 Wilson Drive • Nacogdoches, Texas 75962
Phone: (936) 468-3507 • campusrec@sfasu.edu
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IMPORTANT EVENTS
Campus Rec Outdoor Pursuits celebrates Earth Day on April 21st!
Earth Day is an outdoor festival sponsored by SFA Campus Recreationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outdoor
Pursuits program and community entities including The Healthy Nacogdoches
Coalition, the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, Nacogdoches Naturally and the SFA
Mast Arboretum. The vision guiding this celebration is to provide opportunities for
members of the SFA student body and our local Nacogdoches community to develop
a sense of environmental stewardship while celebrating the world in which we all live.
Held in the beautiful setting of the Piney Woods Native Plant Center, participants will
enjoy informational booths, engaging speakers, organized activities for kids of all ages,
delicious food, music and more.
This Earth Day celebration will be presented
alongside the SFA Spring Garden Gala Plant
Sale, so guests are encouraged to come out
and enjoy both events! Join us in celebrating
the Earth while discovering inspiring ways to
live simply and sustainably.
The Campus Recreation 2012 Earth Day
celebration will be held on Saturday, April 21st
from 10am to 2pm at the SFA Pineywoods
Native Plant Center on Raguet Street in
Nacogdoches.
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
EVAN COULSON
Coordinator-Outdoor Pursuits
Evan moved to Nacogdoches from Southern Illinois. He studied
therapeutic recreation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale,
specializing in adapting adventure actitivies for people with
disabilities. His background includes serving as a challenge course
manager, rock climbing instructor, coastal kayaking instructor,
evironmental educator, outdoor education program director, and a
telecommunications specialist in the U.S. Coast Guard.
His wife, Gabrielle, is a native Texan out of College Station and is
thrilled to be back in Texas. Both are excited to begin this new
season in Nacogdoches.
What are some of your goals for Outdoor Pursuits?
â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to continue the great momentum of the Outdoor Pursuits program.
There is a fantastic community of passionate staff and dedicated outdoor enthusiasts associated with the program
that will enable it to continue to grow and thrive. The resources available to SFA in the form of our equipment
rental and tripping program are incredible and I foresee more people becoming aware of the opportunities
awaiting them within this program.
In addition, the Experiential Learning Center has the great potential to provide team building and challenge
education services to the many programs and organizations on campus and continue to grow into one of the
go-to resources available to students and staff looking to engage and develop SFA students. As more and more
people continue to recognize the deep value of outdoor experiences as they relate to both interpersonal and
intrapersonal development, the SFA Outdoor Pursuits program and Experiential Learning Center will be well
poised to meet the needs of this great campus community.â&#x20AC;?
What were you expecting coming into the job?
To join the good folks fighting the good fight at SFA and to help change the world.
What is the biggest thing that surprised you about
SFA/Outdoor Pursuits/Nacogdoches?
I have been both surprised and encouraged by the many great things related to
community and service going on in Nacogdoches. From the active and
health-conscious initiatives put forward by the Healthy Nacogdoches Coalition
to the robust environmentally minded community, this place is rich in people
living intentionally. My sweet, sweet wife and I are eager to become a part of it!
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FITNESS AND WELLNESS
T
MINIMALIST SHOES
he purpose of minimalist shoes is to become as
close to barefoot running as possible while still
maintaining some protection for the bottom of your
feet. Running comfortably is a personal preference but
after many years of runners packing on comfort and added
protection, many were ready to go back to the basics:
running barefoot. Nature magazine published a Harvard
study that examined the effects of minimalist running:
Pros of minimalist running shoes
There are three types of running styles characterized by
where your foot initially strikes the ground.
Cons of minimalist running shoes
These are:
Rear-foot strike (RFS)
Heel hits ground ﬁrst. Studies show that this is most
frequently done by runners that wear shod “heavily
padded” running shoes that are in direct contrast to
minimalist running.
Mid-foot strike (MFS)
Both the ball and heel of the foot strike at the same time.
Minimalist running shoes encourage the mid-foot strike.
Fore-foot strike (FFS)
The middle or ball of the foot strikes before the heel
comes down. This is considered to be the least impactful
running style based on the Harvard study.
• It’s natural. Barefoot and minimalist running encourage
a more natural running style that the leg is better able to
deal with.
• Higher vertical leg compliance. Basically, the FFS
allows your body to better deal with the impact as a whole.
• Minimalist running reduces injury as well as works all of
the muscles in your foot and lower leg.
• Less protection. Running on a hard surface while running
barefoot can be tough on your feet and legs without the
proper padding. There is also no telling what you might
step on.
• Going from shod running shoes to minimalist running
shoes can be extremely difﬁcult. There are many muscles
that will work for the ﬁrst time or differently than before.
• For older runners or those with a history of knee
problems, minimalist running is not encouraged. For those
with weak knees, the shock absorbed by heavy padding is
invaluable.
Most running injuries occur due to bad form, and while
minimalist running shoes encourage a healthy running
style, the results are inconclusive as to whether barefoot
or shod running is more beneﬁcial. It still comes down to
a personal preference. It is more important to develop a
healthy running style that is comfortable for you.
types of minimalist running shoes
Barefoot running shoes: Closest to barefoot running
as possible but still provides protection. Characterized
by minimal padding and zero drop from heel-to-toe,
encouraging FFS.
The Harvard study illustrated that evolutionarily, the foot
naturally tends towards MFS or FFS while running. The
FFS is particularly common in sprinters.
So is it worth it to throw out those running shoes that
you have been so loyal to for so long in favor of a pair
of New Balance Minimus or Vibram Five-Fingers? Not
necessarily. There have been many runners who have run
with shod running shoes that run comfortably and without
injury. There are some pros and cons to both shod and
minimalist running.
Examples: Vibram FiveFingers
(pictured), New Balance
Minimus line
Minimalist running shoes: Cross between barefoot running
and typical running shoes. Provides more padding than
barefoot running shoes and some drop from heel-to-toe
while still encouraging MFS.
Examples: Brooks Pure Project
line (pictured), New Balance
Minimus line
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Where They Are Now
An update on former Campus Rec employees
Lauren Radtke graduated from SFA with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts with
focuses in anthropology, psychology, and Spanish in December of 2010 with a
minor in Latin American Studies. She worked for Campus Recreation for two years,
beginning as an Outdoor Pursuits trip leader. She became a Graduate Intern and
Trip Leader Coordinator after graduation. As a trip leader, Lauren led outdoor
adventure trips and informational clinics throughout each year. As a Trip Leader
Coordinator, she oversaw all the Trip Leaders, was over a new program for hiring Trip
Leaders, and coordinated Campus Rec’s Earth Day Celebration. She also helped
then Outdoor Pursuits Assistant Director Michael Maningas prepare for the next year
and for the next Outdoor Pursuits Coordinator.
When asked her favorite experience working at Campus Rec, Lauren noted her
opportunity to coordinate Earth Day.
“Earth Day was right up my alley in terms of sharing how to be self-sufﬁcient and how to become more aware of the
precious resources we have (water especially – Dr. McBroom spoke on that). What made it such a neat event is that it
connects SFA with the community. I met so many community members and leaders that inspired me and encouraged me
to become more involved in the community on a personal level.”
Lauren currently works several job, including teaching Spanish and working as a liaison between SFA and the
Nacogdoches community for Earth Day 2012. She says working at Campus Rec prepared her for her current jobs through
opportunities to connect with so many different people, to work on time management skills, and to think of a job as more
than just a job.
“I led so, so many trips where people were not at all familiar with the outdoors and it was neat to be that link that introduced
them to the world we live in: the earth that produces what we eat, drink, and breathe. God created a fantastically
complicated and beautiful earth. Another way it prepared me for my job was to have a boss like Michael Maningas. To see
someone so in love with what they do and always do the best and most detailed job they can, urged me to do the same.
He held us to high standards, and so, in the jobs I have now I haven’t let down those standards for myself, and to me, it’s
shown.”
Lauren’s advice for current Campus Rec employees is to serve joyously because “a joyous heart can really change not
only other people’s behavior, but it will most deﬁnitely change your own.”
Charlcie Owens graduated from SFA in May 2011 with a Bachelors of Business Administration, focusing on Accounting.
She worked for Campus Recreation as an Administrative Assistant for four years, serving
as the Administrative Manager her last semester. Her favorite part of working at Campus
Recreation were the people that created a fun and friendly environment that made her look
forward to work.
Charlcie currently works as the Accounts Payable/Purchasing Manager at Dallas Glass & Door
Company, LTD in Rockwall, Texas. When asked how working for Campus Rec prepared her
life after college, she responded, “It exposed me to a lot of situations where I had to learn how
to interact with customers and solve problems when they arose. In my current job, I constantly
use what I learned at the Rec Center to help communicate better and resolve issues with
employees and vendors.”
Charlcie encourages current staff to “take advantage of the opportunities presented at the Rec
Center. Volunteer, attend events, and get all the experience you can because I believe it is a great atmosphere to do so.”
If you are a former Campus Rec employee or participant and want to be featured in this newsletter, please contact us at
campusrec@sfasu.edu or 936-468-5844. Please include your experiences working at SFA Campus Recreation and what you’ve
been doing since your time at SFA. If possible, please also include a recent picture.
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Who Am I?
A look at former IMS participants
For many years, fraternities dominated men’s intramurals at SFA. Here is a look at some of the teams
that made names for themselves in their day. If you are or know someone in these pictures, please
let us know! We want to hear the stories of your intramural days and see what you are up to now.
Maybe you’ll even reconnect with old teammates. Either way, we want YOUR history at SFA to be
talked about for years to come. Contact us!
NKA
IAo
Pi Kappa Alpha
Phi Delta Theta
CHAMPIONSHIPS
‘65 Softball
‘66 Flag Football
‘73 Flag Football
‘76 Flag Football
‘77 Flag Football
‘78 Softball and Flag
Football
‘83 Flag Football and
Volleyball
‘85 Softball
‘86 Flickerball
‘91 Flickerball
‘93 Flickerball and
Flag Football
‘98 Flag Football
‘00 Flag Football
‘01 Volleyball
‘02 Flickerball
‘04 Volleyball
Overall Champions:
‘63, ‘74, ‘75, ‘76, ‘77,
‘78, ‘79, ‘80, ‘81, ‘82,
‘84, ‘85, ‘86, ‘96, ‘97,
‘98, ‘00, ‘01
CHAMPIONSHIPS
‘68 Flag Football
‘69 Flag Football and
Volleyball
‘70 Flag Football and
Volleyball
‘71 Softball and Flag
Football
‘72 Softball
‘74 Flag Football
‘76 Softball
‘77 Softball and Flag
Football
‘94 Softball
Overall Champions:
‘69, ‘70, ‘71, ‘72, ‘73
Do you know these past Campus Rec Intramural participants? Is it you? Help us remember those who
have helped keep the strong IMS traditions of SFA by sending us what you know! If you know the names of
these players, please email us at millsbrian@sfasu.edu or call 936-468-1434.
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Sport Clubs
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
Lacrosse Team Starts the Season Strong
The Stephen F. Austin Lacrosse Club team made an impressive
showing against the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor in their season
opening match on January 29, winning 18-6. They also won their
second match on February 5 against the University of Texas-San
Antonio 9-8. After having a rough season last year, this is a very
important conﬁdence booster and a great start to a new year.
The Lacrosse team has the following home matches scheduled for the
spring semester:
• Sunday, February 12 vs University of Louisiana-Lafayette at Noon
• Saturday, March 3 vs Trinity College at Noon
• Saturday, April 21 vs Austin College at 1pm
All home games will be played at Homer Bryce Stadium at SFA.
LAX vs Mary Hardin Baylor on Jan. 29
SOA Ofﬁcials Make National Appearances
Women’s Volleyball Hosts Annual Tournament
Warren Upson and Ryan Bassett represented
SFA and ofﬁciated the NIRSA NCCS National
Flag Football Tournament at College Station,
Texas, on January 3-6, 2011. Warren earned a
bid for the national tournament at the University
of Southern Mississippi tournament, and Ryan
received his at the Stephen F. Austin regional.
The women’s volleyball club will be hosting their
annual home tournament on Saturday, March
3 at the HPE and Shelton Gym. The women’s
club team is prepared to make a run at reaching
the regional tournament with a legitimate
chance to earn a spot to the National Volleyball
Championships.
This is the second time SFA has had ofﬁcials
work the national ﬂag football tournament. SFA
intramural sports
has continued to
create a name
for itself at the
regional and
national levels.
SFA has also
had two ofﬁcials
named AllAmerican ofﬁcials
in basketball in
2009 and 2011.
The team will also be competing at the Noel Orr
Valentine Tournament in College Station, Texas,
on February 11, as well as at the University of
Texas-Austin Tournament in Austin, Texas,
March 9-10.
Past Bass National Champions to be Honored
Most recent Mercury College B.A.S.S. National
Champions Ryan Watkins and Andrew Upshaw,
as well as the 2005 Champions Casey Sobczak
and Jonathan Garrie will be honored at the
SFA Spirit Lounge with championship rings on
Thursday, February 16 at 3:30
Want to get in touch with old club members? Please e-mail us at millsbrian@sfasu.edu or call 936-468-1434 and give us some details about your
experience with the club program, when you were a part of the club, and who you are looking for. We will do everything we can to help.
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Donate to the
Dr. Raymond Lee Worsham
Scholarship Fund
The Campus Recreation Department is excited to announce
the creation of the Dr. Raymond Lee Worsham Endowed
Scholarship. This scholarship is created to provide ﬁnancial
assistance to current student employees of the Campus
Recreation Department.
Dr. Raymond “Ray” Worsham was the Intramural Department
Director at SFA for 43 years prior to the creation of the Campus Recreation Department.
Dr. Worsham was the keystone to the Intramural Department for more than four decades
and his dedication and lasting impact is something that we will celebrate for decades to
come with the creation of this scholarship. Under Dr. Worsham, intramural sports ﬂourished
to the highest numbers the program has ever seen. Thousands of students spent nights
playing on the intramural ﬁelds, in the HPE and around campus over Dr. Worsham’s tenure.
The strong intramural tradition lives on through our current sport offerings, THE intramural
champ shirt, the contact we have with former student athletes in the program and we are
privileged to honor him with this scholarship.
For more information about the Dr. Raymond Lee Worsham Endowed Scholarship, please
contact Brian Mills, Assistant Director for Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs and Summer
Camps at millsbrian@sfasu.edu or call 936-468-1775.
If you would like to donate to the Dr. Raymond Lee Worsham Scholarship Fund, please
follow these simple steps:
1. Visit www.sfaalumni.com/donations/
2. Select “Donate Online” next to SFA Alumni Association Scholarship Fund.
3. Select Alumni Scholarship Fund as the donation type and specify “Dr. Raymond Lee
Worsham Scholarship.”
4. Complete all required information.
5. Submit your donation.
You can also join the Alumni Interest Chapter on the SFA Alumni website to follow
Nacogdoches Alumni Chapter events.
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Thanks to our new Campus Recreation Sponsors!
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